Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) vs Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) comparison

Updated August 2026

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2026 verdict

The Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) is the stronger smart display here, leading on a full Zigbee/Thread/Matter hub, a much larger 10.1-inch rotating screen, and a higher owner rating than the compact Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen). Where the Show 5 only bridges Matter, the Show 10 is a Zigbee coordinator and Thread border router too, and its motorized base keeps the screen facing you during calls. The Echo Show 5 keeps this competitive on cost: it is the cheaper, small 5.5-inch display made for a nightstand or kitchen counter where the Show 10 would be too big. Both include a camera, a motion sensor, a one-year warranty, and Alexa-only control. Choose the Show 10 if you want a larger, rotating screen that runs Zigbee and Thread devices directly; choose the Show 5 if you want an affordable small display for a tight space.

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Feature	Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)	Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)	Winner
Price	$249.99	$99.99	Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
Rating	4.5	4.2	Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
Hub	Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge	Matter Bridge	Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
Screen Size	10.1"	5.5"	Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth	Tie
Integrations	Alexa, Home Assistant	Alexa, Home Assistant	Tie
Screen	YES	YES	Tie
Sensors	Motion	Motion	Tie
Alerts	Glass breaking, Smoke/CO alarm	Glass breaking, Smoke/CO alarm	Tie
Voice Match	YES	YES	Tie

Winner

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Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)

$249.99

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+ Rating: 4.5
+ Hub: Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
+ Screen Size: 10.1"
- Price: $249.99 vs $99.99

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Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

$99.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $99.99
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.5
- Hub: Matter Bridge vs Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) or Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)?

The Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) is better overall, with a larger 10.1-inch rotating screen, a full Zigbee/Thread/Matter hub, and a higher owner rating. The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) wins on its lower price.

What is the biggest difference between the Echo Show 10 and the Echo Show 5?

The Echo Show 10 has a 10.1-inch motorized screen and a built-in Zigbee coordinator and Thread border router, while the Echo Show 5 has a small fixed 5.5-inch screen and only bridges Matter.

Can both control Zigbee and Thread devices directly?

No. Only the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) is a Zigbee coordinator and Thread border router. The Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) supports Matter as a bridge but cannot run Zigbee or Thread devices directly.

Which one is better for a nightstand or small counter?

The Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is the better small-space pick with its compact 5.5-inch screen, while the Echo Show 10's larger rotating display needs open room to swivel.

Who should buy the Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)?

Buy the Echo Show 10 if you want a larger rotating touchscreen that follows you during calls and a full hub that directly runs your Zigbee and Thread devices.

Who should buy the Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)?

Buy the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) if you want an affordable, compact smart display with a camera for a nightstand or kitchen counter and do not need a full Zigbee/Thread hub.

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